1. In 1889, North Dakota became a state on October 6, along with South Dakota. This day is now celebrated as Statehood Day in the state.

2. In 1979, a major blizzard hit North Dakota on October 6, causing widespread damage and leaving thousands of people without power. The storm, which became known as the "Superstorm of '79," was one of the most severe weather events in the state's history.

3. In 2000, North Dakota Governor Ed Schafer declared October 6 as "National German-Russian Day" in recognition of the many German-Russian immigrants who settled in the state. The day honors their contributions to North Dakota's culture and history.

4. In 2012, the University of North Dakota's Fighting Sioux nickname and logo were officially retired on October 6, following years of controversy and debate. The NCAA had threatened sanctions against the university if it did not comply with its policy against using Native American imagery.

5. In 2013, a massive oil spill occurred on October 6 near Tioga, North Dakota. The spill, which was caused by a pipeline rupture, released an estimated 20,000 barrels of crude oil into a wheat field. It was one of the largest spills in the state's history and highlighted concerns about the environmental impact of the state's booming oil industry.